NALA Certified Paralegal Practice Exam

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A case presenting a legal issue that has not yet been addressed by a court in a particular jurisdiction is known as what?

Precedent

Stare decisis

A case of first impression

A precedent is a previous case or legal decision that serves as a guide or authority for deciding similar cases in the future. A case presenting a legal issue that has not yet been addressed by a court in a particular jurisdiction cannot be considered a precedent.

Stare decisis, which means "to stand by things decided," is a legal principle that requires courts to follow the decisions and interpretations of previous cases in similar circumstances.

A public policy decision is a decision made by a government or court that is based on societal values, rather than established legal precedent or specific laws.

Therefore, the best answer is C A case of first impression, as it accurately describes a case that presents a new legal issue that has not yet been addressed in that jurisdiction.

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A public policy decision

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